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Spark Your Creativity And Up Your Design Game With This List Of Laser Cut Ideas

Whether you're new to making and looking for a place to start or you're a seasoned maker who wants to expand in new directions or get a fresh take on your current path, do we have some laser cutter projects inspiration for you.

There's so much opportunity for making amazing laser cut products (and profiting from them, too!). But where to start?

To spark your creativity, we've scoured the best Etsy shops, Instagram feeds, Pinterest boards and blog posts from all over the web to find the coolest custom laser cut design ideas from top designers. It took some doing, but we narrowed the list down to 105 of our faves. Whew!

With so many ideas, we wanted to make this post easy to navigate and refer back to. So we divided the story into two sections.

The first section contains 55 laser cutter projects organized into popular product categories. If you're a maker with an affinity for a particular product, this section is just for you.

The second half of the story features 50 laser cutting ideas divided into 10 groups based on top-selling materials. So if you love a certain material and want to expand what you're making, scroll down and get inspired.

You may notice many geometric designs made the list. Well, we do love some geometry! But here's a truth bomb when it comes to laser cut products: Laser cutters love geometry, too.

Straight lines are less complicated to cut than curved ones, so it's faster to make this design style. And when we're talking laser cutting, time is money. So faster cutting designs are less expensive-an important consideration if you are selling your laser cut products. Geometric designs are also a lot easier to nest (share cutting lines), another cost savings tip. #winning!

So are you ready to get inspired? Let's do this.

55 Laser Cutter Projects By Product Category

Do you make jewelry, electronics cases, wedding decorations, bookmarks or signs? Then take a look at these laser cut ideas and get inspired to create your own designs.

Laser Cut Jewelry

What's one of the top laser cutter projects made by Ponoko? If you guessed jewelry, you're right. From earrings, necklaces, bracelets and rings, there are so many great design ideas that it was hard to pick just a handful!

Since many makers specialize in making with certain materials, we have grouped the design ideas into subsections by materials to make your browsing experience easy. So you'll see all the wood jewelry, acrylic jewelry and so forth together.

1. Wooden Jewelry Components

Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, Lucca Laser Workshop creates wood and paper gifts, home decor and custom-designed merchandise using all natural materials. Above is an inside look at some initial product sketches along with the final products.

2. Geometric Earrings

Etsy seller MoodWoodShop uses birch to create striking laser cut designs, such as these diamond chevron earrings.

3. Chevron Necklace

Chevrons are also a popular motif with Etsy shop CompanyKind. In fact, this salvaged wood ombre chevron necklace is the shop's signature piece. CompanyKind's founder and her husband own a cabinetry shop in the Santa Cruz mountains of California, and the work always results in an abundance of overshoots and cut-offs. She wanted to find a way to use every piece of wood possible, so the jewelry making began.

4. Wooden Diamond Statement Necklace

Diamonds are a girl's best friend, right? For days when you want to make a statement but the real bling is a bit much, this large wooden statement necklace from Etsy seller alysonprete has all the class without the hefty price tag.

5. Wing Earrings

Etsy seller Vectorcloud combines laser cutting and laser engraving to create these wing earrings with realistic feather details.

6. Layered 3D Bracelets

By combining 3D software and high tech laser cutting techniques, artist Anthony Roussel creates stunning layered rings and bracelets that are inspired by modern architecture and seaside coastlines.

7. Ethnic Patterns

The "Ethnotize" collection by Rename is a modern interpretation of traditional ethno symbols. Well known ethnic patterns blend the traditional with the modern, and the combination of the wood base with matte black and gold details creates memorable statement pieces.

8. Star Trek Inspired Necklace

This triangle shaped cherry wood necklace from Etsy shop birdofvirtue may seem like just a cool chevron design to some. But Star Trek fans will recognize the symbol right away. It's made of three-layers of intricately laser etched solid cherry wood with the top panel hand-painted a soothing icy mint green for a unique pop of color. This blending of both classy and nerdy is just our cup of tea. (Earl Grey, hot, of course.)

9. Lunar Necklace

Born from a love of nature and pattern, Etsy seller adaandcedar puts an interesting twist on this moon-shaped tribal wood necklace by hand painting a peach color accent.

10. Hand Painted Earrings

Etsy seller ShopJoyo works at the intersection of art and technology to create clean, modern pieces that integrate graphic design with architectural influence. These drop earring take a simple rectangle shape and then brings it to life with a hand painted teal and gold geometric design.

11. Whimsical Rings

If a touch of whimsy brightens your day, these silhouette rings from Etsy seller whimsymilieu will definitely bring smiles. With diamond, mountain, bear, lady bug, mushroom and strawberry shapes, there's a little fun for everyone.

12. High Flying Necklace

While So Little Time Co. technically designs jewelry, this husband and wife team like to refer to their brooches, necklaces and earrings as wearables. And you'll see why with this aeroplane necklace. It's three dimensions, multiple pieces and hand-painted finish make it as much art as jewelry.

13. Urban Modern Acrylic Necklace

A Portuguese industrial designer that since an early age has interest in fashion design, Olga Ribeiro of Objects of O creates modern acrylic jewelry for urban trendy women-all with an irreverent twist.

14. Haute Couture Acrylic Necklace

World renowned designer Sarah Angold combines her passion for sleek avant-garde styling with the visible structural engineering behind her intricate pieces. This signature aesthetic is seen in her collections that routinely collide hyper-modern industrial processes with meticulous hand assembly and artisanal craftsmanship, such as the stunning Kingla Necklace.

15. Shape Changing Jewelry

London-based designer Alexandra Druzhinin puts a new twist on custom jewelry-and it earned her the London College of Fashion Off-Catwalk award. The Transformable Runway Bracelet combines acrylic with brass, copper and silver laser cut into unique shapes and patterns.

"Through model-making experiments of paper engineering used to make pop-up books, the designer has developed a built-in, rotating mechanism that enables the pieces to change their form," LS:N Global reports. "By placing layers on top of each other, each piece of jewelry can be worn opened or closed, transforming its design from a minimal aesthetic into a mesmerizing display of geometrically patterned surfaces and flamboyant colors."

Inspired? Ready to make your own unique jewelry? Then don't miss this jewelry making for beginners guide that shows how to make jewelry that is functionally sound, aesthetically pleasing and professional looking so that you can proudly wear it yourself, happily give it to friends or family, or confidently sell it to make a profit.

Laser Cut Electronics Enclosures

Building your own electronics is super cool. They blink and whirr, they can speak in tones, might even be voiced-controlled and are definitely "cloud connected."

But what happens when a now assembled heap of your own design is just sitting on your desk? It's waiting for the extra-special final touch: A robust electronics enclosure to house and protect it. Whether you are an Arduino fan or like to build with Raspberry Pi, check out these laser cutter projects for inspiration.

16. Kerf Cut Teeny Lamp

This little light may be small, but it sure is mighty-in design, that is. The Stanford Product Realization Lab, a multi-site teaching facility where Stanford students discover the power to create the future, designed this lamp as part of its laser-cutting curriculum. The kerf cutting pattern of slits allows the flat sheet of wood to bend, giving an otherwise boxy shape a much more interesting silhouette.

17. 3D Printer Case

If you want to make things so you can make more things, then don't miss this maker's take on what he did to redesign a Prusa i3 3D printer, including a complete laser cut enclosure. What's cool about the Prusa is that it's a type of RepRap 3D printer, which is an open source printer you can make yourself. Fun!

18. MeArm Robotic Arm

Robot arms. Because robots are awesome. The MeArm Robot Arm was developed to be the world's most accessible learning tool and smallest coolest robot arm. #success. It comes as a flat-pack kit that you can build with nothing but a screwdriver and enthusiasm. Count us in. Described as the "Perfect Arduino Project for Beginners," it's a great kit to get anyone started in the world of programming, electronics, robotics and engineering.

19. Colorful Raspberry Pi Enclosure

This just might be our favorite Raspberry Pi enclosure evvaahhh! The colors are so poppin'. Get the files and make your own via Thingiverse.

20. RetroPie Arcade Game Controller

If you love old arcade games (who doesn't?!), then don't miss a little piece of electronics enclosures heaven with this throwback game console powered by Raspberry Pi. Follow the full maker journey on Wikimal, then go make your own.

21. Raspberry Pi Mini HiFi

Spotify sounding a little soft on your iPhone? Pump up the volume by building your own mini HiFi system. All you need is a Raspberry Pi, PC speakers and these plans from Thingiverse. The laser cut plywood looks great on its own, but you could stain it for a richer tone or use the wood as a canvas for a custom, hand-painted masterpiece.

22. TJBot

If you wanna put some fun into functional, this TJBot is your guy. Born at IBM Research, TJBot is a DIY template to learn, experiment and explore AI with IBM Watson. Laser cut this little dude using these plans, then use the open-source, step-by-step recipes (read: coding instructions) designed for a Raspberry PI to connect your TJBot to Watson developer services. Now the fun begins. Teach TJBot to tell a joke, carry on a conversation or even dance. We'd love to see the Macarena!

23. Engraved Raspberry Pi Case

Keep your Raspberry Pi in tip-top shape with this enclosure. It's made from 3mm acrylic; use clear for the top panel to see the engraving, then choose your fave color for the sides and bottom. Wouldn't this look cool in aqua? Or what about the new lavender swirl? Get started with the free files here.

24. SelfieBot

If your selfies suck as bad as ours (arms just aren't long enough!), this SelfieBot will have you looking picture perfect every time without needing a full-size photo booth. The Raspberry Pi-powered selfie camera has an HDMI screen and thermal printer to print out the pic, Polaroid style. Now that's how to make memories even more memorable.

Ok techie, we know you've got some completed electronics projects that are just begging to be properly housed. And you must be inspired with the groovy laser cutter projects above. So what are you waiting for? Dive into this guide to making electronic project boxes and get started!

Laser Cut Wedding Decorations

Once your clients or customers have set the date and found the venue for the ceremony and reception, it's time to start having fun with the wedding décor. Whether the wedding and reception is in a church hall, hotel banquet room, garden, park, backyard or even a barn, the decorations chosen make the event unique to the happy couple.

Here are eight great laser cutter projects to style that beautiful day-from the initial save-the-date announcements all the way to the reception-plus a bonus item that the bride will L.O.V.E.

25. Wooden Save-The-Date Magnets

Everyone loves refrigerator magnets; that's why businesses use them as promotional tools. So why not take that same principle of creating awareness + excitement and translate it to a wedding save-the-date? These magnets from Etsy seller StylineDesigns are laser cut and engraved from high quality sustainable wood. What's great is that these save-the-dates become keepsakes after the wedding. Every time guests see the magnet on the fridge, they can remember the beauty-and fun-of the big day.

26. Custom Wedding Invitation

When Renata and Dante were planning their wedding at Amantikir Garden in Campos do Jordão, Brazil, they chose the wedding venue not only because of its gorgeous gardens but also because it was part of their history as a couple. They also didn't want anything exaggerated or too luxurious because it wouldn't reflect who they are. This custom invitation incorporated the beauty of a garden setting with simplicity and sophistication. See the entire story on Junebug Weddings.

27. Garden Themed Wedding Invitation

These garden invitations from Stylish Wedd, an online wedding store specializing in custom wedding invitations, look like they're straight out of a fairy tale. From ferns and flowers to butterflies and birds, the cards feature the bride and groom perfectly silhouetted under the wedding arch.

28. Wedding Invitation Envelopes

If you want to make a statement from the minute your wedding guests open the invitation, laser engrave the envelopes. These beauties from Qards are sunning.

29. Wedding Book Cover

Personalize a wedding photo album or guest book-and add dimension-by designing a custom cover. This design is inspired by the softness and floral shapes of baby's breath, but you could create anything that's special to the couple from a city skyline of where they live to a monogram of their initials joining together.

30. Script Table Numbers

Etsy shop LettersToYou specializes in custom hand lettering and calligraphy, and these table numbers show that a computer isn't required to create a beautiful script. These custom table signs are all hand drawn, laser cut in sturdy MDF wood and painted in gold, rose gold, silver, black or white to coordinate with a variety of wedding color schemes.

31. Wedding Signage

Toast the bride and groom-and, more importantly (wink), direct guests to the bar-with this massive wedding sign. We'll drink to that.

32. Wood Place Cards

For couples with very specific reception seating assignments, these wedding place cards go far beyond the paper tents of old. These names are rendered from wood in calligrapher Laura Hooper's lovely lettering. They lend an elegantly rustic touch to place settings and double as take-home gifts for guests.

33. Bridal Shoes

You may think laser cutting is limited to wedding decorations. Not always! These bridal shoes put a twist on the traditional sling back with a custom ankle wrap. These are so pretty we'd find a way to wear these again after the ceremony!

Today's couples don't want cookie cutter ceremonies or receptions. They want decorations that are tailored to their unique personalities and tastes. There is much opportunity for makers to sell their laser cutter projects in this space. So if you're ready to say "I Do!" to making wedding decorations, check out this guide to styling a beautiful day so you can plan like a pro.

Laser Cut Bookmarks

Whether you're voraciously reading New York Times Bestsellers, keeping tabs on the latest business trends or perusing the pages of the classics, there's one thing every bibliophile needs: A bookmark that's just as amazing as the books being read.

While most of the custom bookmarks on the market are made from wood or leather, that doesn't mean other materials couldn't be used. (Sounds like an opportunity to us!) At any rate, after seeing these design ideas, you may need to buy more books!

34. Bamboo Bookmarks

These charming bookmarks from Australian designer/seller Little Card Boutique prove that the right simple design can make a big impact. Offered in six fab designs-Melbourne, plane, heart, fell asleep here, stars and apple-these page holders make great teacher gifts. And since they easily fit in an envelope and can be personalized with additional text, you could use them as promotional products or direct mail pieces.

35. Embroidered Wooden Bookmarks

Designer Jane Blease has a completely different take on wooden bookmarks: She hand-embroiders them! First, she laser cuts the bookmarks in three classic wood veneers (walnut, oak or ash). Then she embroiders spiral, hexagon or heart shapes in an array of gorgeous colors. Finally, she backs the bookmarks with matching soft felt to protect the books. Clever and pretty!

36. Zoo Animals Bookmarks

In addition to its retail store, Lucca Workshop also sells worldwide via its Etsy shop where we found this adorable set of four zoo animals bookmarks. The panda, raccoon, fox and bear bookmarks are perfect for kids and those young at heart!

37. Delicately Detailed Bookmarks

One of the great things about laser cut products is the precise, consistent cutting of fine details. The intricate design of these wood bookmarks look like the imagery came right out of a fairy tale.

38. Arabic Architecture Inspired Bookmarks

Designed by Spanish Mayúscula Brands for the Kuwaiti company Zeri Crafts, the geometric forms on the bookmark are inspired by Al Sadu Bedouin tribal rug weaving patterns. These shapes create a play of light and shadow much like mashrabiyas, the latticework typical of Arabic architecture that is often seen in windows.

39. TARDIS Inspired Bookmark

For fans of Doctor Who, this TARDIS inspired bookmark from VectorEngraving is a must-have page keeper for any time-travelling adventurer.

40. Save-The-Date Bookmarks

For couples who want to create wedding keepsakes from the very first engagement announcement, look no further than save-the-date bookmarks. These bookmarks come complete with a raffia tie to finish out the natural look. But this kind of bookmark doesn't only have to be for weddings. You could also create them for milestone birthday or anniversary celebrations as a take-home gift for guests. You could even design bookmarks to use as birth announcements when a child is born and include the baby's name, birth date, location, weight and length.

41. Painted Wood Bookmarks

While the natural color of wood is nice, these bookmarks from Etsy seller LasercraftWorkshop have a welcome pop of color. And we love the engraved "I Fell Asleep Here" text combined with the laser cut nighttime stars as a companion to any bedtime story.

42. Engraved Leather Bookmark

This engraved leather bookmark from Etsy seller ThePinkMonkeyCompany has a classic oval shape and a medieval tudor rose inspired pattern. It's offered in two sizes and eight colors: Black, blue, chestnut brown, chocolate, conker brown, dark bottle green, plum and red. Pair it with a leather-bound classic for the perfect gift.

43. Promotional Leather Bookmark

When Monotype, the brand behind more than 20,000 typefaces, introduced Quire Sans, it needed some special swag to get the buzz going at an upcoming tradeshow. Since "quire" is a classical term for a signature of printed leaves, folded and ready for binding with other signatures into a book or manuscript, a bookmark was a natural fit. Read the entire story here.

Ready to embark on your bookmark making journey? It will be a trip! With all the bookmark designs available, where do you begin? A good brainstorming session is a great place to start along with this guide to making bookmarks that will help put your creativity and personal touch into these popular laser cutter projects.

Laser Cut Signs

What's your sign? No, we're not talking about the stellar arrangements when you were born. Rather, how do you communicate information to customers, friends or family using words or art?

Whether welcoming invitations, stark warnings of impending danger or shining neon beacons of comfort and relaxation, signs guide our world. There are many ways to attract eyeballs from a distance, and here's a selection of laser cutter projects that we found particularly eye-catching in both wood and acrylic.

44. Negative Space Office Sign

Established by graphic designers Andrew and Marija Van Rensburg, Tigermouse Design specializes in various bespoke wooden handcrafted pieces ranging from lettering to furniture. In this office sign, they play with negative space to create a unique effect.

45. Reclaimed Wood Sign

By combining laser cut wooden lettering with reclaimed wood backing and frame, you can create that warm, rustic vibe. This Harper Grayce sign was designed as a wedding gift for a newly married couple. But you can use this same idea with baby names, favorite quotes or Bible verses.

46. Decorative Garland Sign

In Portuguese, Bem Vindo means "welcome." The laser cut floral design and peaceful dove on this welcome wreath will immediately make guests feel at home.

47. Wooden Sidewalk Sign

The laser cut logo for Sakura, a Japanese-based support center for people with intellectual, physical and mental disabilities, encompasses some of the services the facility offers-from gardening to sewing and textile making. Attaching the logo to a free-standing, sandwich-board base allows the sign to easily be moved for changing signage needs. And the warm walnut stain on the base creates a nice contrast with the logo as well as an overall inviting aesthetic.

48. Natural Office Sign

Award-winning industrial designer Joan Lao's artistic concepts stem from nature and the constant pursuit of the beauty in simplicity without artificial elements. This office signage design reflects his vision where each of the design's elements comprise the ideal organic space, creating atmospheres where everything is integrated.

49. Creative Bathroom Signs

While bathroom signs must be clear to avoid any embarrassing encounters, why not have a little fun with them. Designed for a restaurant or bar, these bathroom signs from Etsy shop grayskunk use negative space-and some cleverly placed beverage vessels-to designate the men's room from the ladies' room.

50. Hotel Directional Room Sign

This directional room sign for the Crete, Greece-based Galaxy Hotel captures the hotel's essence of where traditional meets contemporary and where sophistication greets functionality. The clear acrylic is edge lit, which allows the light to diffuse over the surface and catch on the engraved sections, making the numbers appear bright.

51. Wood Framed Edge Lit Sign

Here's another example of an edge lit sign, but this one has a wooden frame along the top and bottom edge to further focus the light to the engraved words for high visibility.

52. Acrylic Restroom Sign

This restroom sign combines a bamboo base with a clear acrylic face that is mounted on brushed silver "standoffs" containing LED lights for illumination.

53. Round Illuminated Sign

Masahiro Minami, assistant professor of the University of Shiga Prefecture Department of Living Design, designed these simple yet effective restroom signs. Not only is the round shape eye catching, but mounting them perpendicular to the wall and adding built in LED lighting also makes them very visible in the new school building in which they're installed.

54. Coffee Shop Sign

This laser cut exterior signage, designed by Jack Candlish for a Wellington, New Zealand coffee shop, was installed on macrocarpa slats. The result is an appealing contrast between the crisp black lettering and the warmth of the wooden background.

55. Black Acrylic Custom Shape Sign

There are so many good things happening graphically with this black acrylic wall sign. First, the use of negative space for the lettering is interesting. The typography has an ease and flow to it, and the lower case letters give it a casualness while still having strength. Finally, the overall dripping shape demonstrates originality and brings this sign to life.

If any of these signs spoke to you and you're ready to make some of your own laser cutter projects, check out this how-to guide for making signs that includes all you need to know about the tools and materials necessary for building and making signs for the most common occasions.

50 Laser Cutter Projects By Material

Are you a maker that loves working with a certain material? We've organized these 50 laser cut ideas based on 10 of the most popular materials: Clear acrylic, amber bamboo (2.7mm), birch plywood, birch veneer, black acrylic, matte black acrylic, amber bamboo (6.7mm), corrugated cardboard, white acrylic and MDF. Take a look:

1. Clear Acrylic - 3.0 mm
Top Quality: Engraves Beautifully
Why is clear acrylic a top choice of makers? Because of how well it reacts to laser cutting. The surface of this thermoplastic engraves with a nice frosty finish that catches light wonderfully, and the edges melt smoothly rather than burning like wooden materials.

It's also a staple material choice because of its versatility. You can make anything from jewelry, tableware and electronics enclosures to conference badges, signage, book covers, point of sale displays-and these laser cut ideas are just the tip of the iceberg of potential uses. And since you can heat acrylic to give it a bend, you can give your laser cutter projects a boost by taking it beyond the constraints of two dimensions.

Finally, acrylic is budget friendly, making it an economical alternative to glass. Clear acrylic is also less expensive than other acrylic colors, which only helps sweeten the appeal.

So what kind of laser cutter projects can you make from this super popular material? Check these out:

For a taste of tech inspiration, head over to C4Lab's Etsy shop to see why this Raspberry Pi case is so sweet.

2. Amber Bamboo - 2.7 mm
Top Quality: Natural Honey Tone
There's so much to love about bamboo. It is a sustainable and eco-friendly material because of its fast growth. Once formed into sheets, it is plywood, which makes it strong and durable. It can be laser cut to a fine detail and engraves beautifully. And because of its thinness, it is quick-and thus more economical-to laser cut.

Bamboo is also super versatile. Makers use it for jewelry, tableware, electronics enclosures, conference badges, signage, book covers and point of sale displays.

Bamboo's prominent grain and warm hues make it stand out from a myriad of other plywoods and timber laminates. And the warm color of the amber stain makes it ideal for projects with a nature theme. Artist, designer and Ponoko maker Bridget Kearney has created an entire line of earrings, brooches and pendants made exclusively from bamboo. See her work, which is inspired by travels through the countryside collecting flora and fauna, at Caravan Creative.

For inspiration, don't miss these five laser cutter projects made using this bamboo:

Feeling crafty? Check out these geometric wooden cabochons from Etsy seller CraftyCutsLaser.

3. Birch Plywood - 3.2 mm
Top Quality: Budget Friendly
Birch plywood is made from laminations of birch veneer. It is lightweight but strong, among the strongest and most dimensionally stable plywoods. It has a great price point and is commonly used for making laser cut scale models, jewelry, model boats, model airplanes, product housings, drones, clocks, prototypes and signage.

You'll want to start making with birch after you see these five laser cutter projects:

4. Birch Veneer - 5.2 mm
Top Quality: Thicker Yet Economical
When you need thicker wood for your laser cutting projects, birch veneer is the top choice. Like it's thinner companion, this birch is commonly used for making product housings, drones, clocks, prototyping, furniture and signage. Because birch is a natural product, keep in mind that there may be an occasional knot on the surface. It's part of the beauty of wood, but this characteristic can potentially impact the design.

So if you've been wanting to try out birch veneer for your laser cutter projects, check out these five design ideas to see what's possible:

With the laser cut Star Wars Millennium Falcon inspired wall clock from Etsy shop HamsterCheeksStore, the force will be with you.

5. Black Acrylic - 3.0 mm
Top Quality: Classic Black
Black acrylic is a classic favorite. Why? Because engraving looks soooo good on this material. The frosty white engraving contrasts beautifully with black. Jewelry is one of the top laser cut products from black acrylic, but it also looks smashing for anything that requires a sophisticated, sleek palette-tableware, electronics enclosures, conference badges, signage, book covers, point of sale displays, etc. And if your design includes interlocking pieces, check out this tutorial that covers how-to make it happen.

What laser cutter projects could you make using black acrylic? Here are five great design ideas:

6. Matte Black Acrylic - 3.0 mm
Top Quality: Sophisticated Texture
Matte black acrylic is a close second to traditional black acrylic and is used when you want a silky satin finish that doesn't reflect everything. Engraving contrasts well on matte black acrylic too, making it perfect for jewelry, tableware, electronics enclosures, conference badges, signage, book covers and point of sale displays.

Get your creativity flowing with these five matte black acrylic laser cutter projects:

If you want to power up your fashion game, check out these laser cut black matte acrylic Pac-Man earrings from Etsy seller muchoshop.

7. Amber Bamboo - 6.7 mm
Top Quality: Sustainability
When you need a thicker bamboo for those bigger laser cutter projects-such as this award-winning modern birdhouse-look no further than the three-ply 6.7mm bamboo. As a plywood, it's nice and strong. Since bamboo is 100% renewable, it's an ideal choice for the eco-friendly crowd.

The amber color is a golden brown with a fine grain. The bamboo joints are visible on the surface, breaking up the grain to create a unique appearance. And like the thinner bamboo materials, you can also make jewelry, tableware, electronics enclosures, conference badges, signage, book covers and point of sale displays from this thickness as well.

These five design ideas will surely inspire you:

Designer Andy Shen uses interlocking pieces of laser cut bamboo to create Booboo drones.

8. Corrugated Cardboard - 4.0 mm
Top Quality: Ideal For Prototyping
Cardboard is a great choice when creating prototypes of designs, as it is inexpensive and cuts quickly. Creating structures from corrugated cardboard can be a great way to test out complex designs because slotting, stacking and folding shapes all work well to create 3D forms.

But don't think that cardboard is limited to prototyping. With the right inspiration, it is sophisticated enough to stand on its own. See these 20 designs and you'll know why.

While cardboard has a lot of great applications for laser cutter projects, keep in mind that it isn't great for super intricate designs. And you'll want to keep it away from heat sources unless the cardboard is treated with an environmentally friendly fire retardant because it catches fire easily!

Check out these five products made from card:

9. White Acrylic - 3.0 mm
Top Quality: Great For Detail
With black acrylic making the list (twice!), you shouldn't be surprised to see white acrylic make the list too because it such a classic, neutral color. Acrylic cuts precisely, so you can create beautifully intricate designs with this material. This is probably why so much jewelry is made from acrylic. But it's also suitable for tableware, electronics enclosures, conference badges, signage, book covers and point of sale displays.

See how great white acrylic looks with these five laser cutter projects:

10. MDF - 6.0 mm

Top Quality: Easy To Glue & Paint For 3D Designs

Another budget-friendly material, MDF has a warm golden tone and a smooth texture that makes it easy to glue and paint with pretty much anything. It's great for creating complex 3D forms, so it lends itself well to making models, drones, clocks, prototypes, furniture and signage. Check out this previous post for even more laser cutter projects.

See what you can make with these five MDF design ideas:

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Have your ever looked at an artsy scrapbook page and thought, " Wow, I wish I could do that!"? I'm here to tell you that you can! If the thought of tackling a full 12″ x 12″ layout seems daunting, however, then my advice is to start on a smaller scale. Let's talk about digital Artist Trading Cards!

What are Artist Trading Cards, or ATCs? ATCs are small pieces of art, only 2.5″ x 3.5″ in size, that are usually traded or swapped with other artists. They are like the creative version of baseball trading cards. Although you might think that ATCs lend themselves more to traditional scrapbooking because you exchange them with others, digital swaps are fun, too! Imagine opening your email and finding a handful of cards waiting for you. By allowing yourself to just "go with the flow,"ATCs might give you an artistic outlet that you had not considered - and they're easy to do!

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Open a new canvas, 2.5″ x 3.5″ in size. I like my ATCs to be vertical, but you can also do horizontal, if desired...

Step 2

Pick a background paper (this sounds a lot like building a regular scrapbook page, doesn't it?). I like the look of chipboard, so I'll often reach for a kraft paper. For this card, though, I've selected a grid paper from by Calista's Stuff.
**TIP** If you're thinking of adding brushes, stickers, stamps, etc., to your ATC... then you might want to start with a neutral or more-solid-colored paper to give yourself somewhat of a blank canvas to work on.
Step 3

Now you can start layering digital stamps and brushes onto your background paper. You can choose one, two... as many as you like! Keep in mind that most digital designers create with a larger canvas in mind (for scrapbooking), so you might have to re-size a few things as you go. What I have here are two brushes - one placed just on the edges, and then another placed over the top...

Step 4

Finally, you can add some dimensional elements, if you wish. Just as was the case, above, with regard to re-sizing brushes and stamps - you may need to re-size elements, as well, so their proportions are in line with your smaller canvas size. Also, watch for shadows, especially if you are using pre-set shadow styles...

Step 5

Finally, add finishing touches like a title, word strips, or a favorite quote. I could have stopped at the previous step, but I wanted to add some word art. What I found, however, was that the black of the word art really jumped out at me because I didn't really have anything else of that color on the ATC. I was left with one of two options: recolor the title, or add some black to the card elsewhere. I went with option 2, and voila! I added a butterfly to help tie everything together, and my trading card was finished...

Just like with any other creative outlet, how or what you design is really a personal preference. ATCs are unique to everyone, and can mean different things to different people. You don't have to do any journaling or add photos, if you don't want to. Your ATCs can be 100% digital, or you can print them out to create a hybrid project. Creating in an artistic style is something everyone can do. Why not give ATCs a try and see what you come up with!? Give yourself permission to play! 🙂
About the Author Kat Hansen is a creative team member here at The Digital Press. A Director of Human Resources by day, she loves the opportunity to spend a few hours each evening being creative. Vacation memories feature pretty heavily in Kat's scrapbooking pages, as do her son and "daughter" (of the four-legged furry kind). Kat has quite the sense of humor (she "blames" her father for this), which she incorporates into her journaling and memory-keeping.

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Select and edit precise paths with the Pen tool to outline items in an image that you want to select and cut out. This process can be helped by using a physical digital stylus and working on Photoshop on the iPad. "My favorite tool is a stylus that I hated at first," says Jokhadze. "It may seem challenging, but it can do a lot for you."
Find images to work with on Adobe Stock.
Imagine that you want to add a photo of the Eiffel Tower to a collage, but you've never been to Paris. "A lot of times, you don't have the perfect images to use," says Antonio. "That's where Adobe Stock comes in. It's a great resource." You can search Adobe Stock for high-quality photos and graphics from right within the Photoshop app.

Tips for making a great photomontage.

The most important consideration when getting started is exploration of this medium, because it's so full of possibilities. "The main thing for beginners is to test your abilities in different styles," says Jokhadze. Here are some other helpful tips.

Keep it as real as possible.
Using high-quality photos makes a huge difference. Antonio recommends images that have a 300 DPI resolution when you can get them. And, when possible, import photos as RAW files to give you extra room to edit or enhance your photos before starting your collage.
Create the look of consistent lighting.
Adjust the exposure or use Lighting Effects to help match the sources of light in the different images you are combining. Manipulating the white balance in each photo can also help keep colors and temperature consistent, making for a more realistic composite.
Be adventurous, but have a plan.
With photomontage, there's truly nothing you can't depict, so don't hold yourself back. "Be creative, be adventurous when it comes to creating your own world," says Antonio. "But make a plan for what you want to create ahead of time so you don't get distracted and you can focus on your goal."

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On the cheese and fish sandwich I found an onion.

Jovencillo emponzoñado de whisky, qué mala figurota exhibes.

Flygande bäckasiner söka hwila på mjuka tuvor..

Exhíbanse politiquillos zafios, con orejas kilométricas y uñas de gavilán. O mejor no.

Franz jagt im komplett verwahrlosten Taxi quer durch Bayern.

Voyez le Brick géant que j'examine près du wharf..

92 very big boxes sailed up then whizzed quickly from Japan.

The furious pirates asked 4561 $ from the poor old man xxx.

By Jove, my quick study of lexicography won a prize.

Zwölf Boxkämpfer jagten Victor quer über den grossen Sylter Deich .

Preserve your kids handwriting forever.

Portez ce vieux whisky au juge blond qui fume sur son île intérieure.

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Colour treatment in illustration is a personal affair, and no two illustrations should be treated the same. Colour, if used correctly, can pull some strong visual punches that will take an illustration from bland to bold.

We're going to talk through a few tips and tricks to use regularly and give an insight into how bold colour can be used to create maximum impact in an illustration. For more tips on colour, see our ultimate guide to colour theory and our tips for using illustration to create colourful worlds that tell a story.

01. Be careful when using complementary colours

These colours are the ones directly opposite each other on the colour wheel - for example, orange and blue. However, using these direct combinations can result in slightly garish and unconsidered colour treatments. To create a more sophisticated and intentional contrast, it may be worth looking to the left or right of one of the two colours. Sticking to the example of orange and blue, if you choose an orange-based yellow instead and pair it with the blue they would still sit happily as complementary colours, but have a more considered intention behind them.

Sometimes an illustration doesn't require a direct contrast of colours and a good way to have a harmonious yet still impactful colour treatment is to go with analogous colours. Simply put, they are the colours that are directly next to each other on the colour wheel. It's a less visually jarring technique than complementary colours and is easier on the eye because of its natural cohesiveness. If done with confidence an illustration can be impactful if coloured this way.

03. Use the best of both

It's possible to use both complementary and analogous colours in the same illustration. Starting with two colours, say yellow and blue again, these are the main blocks of positive space for the illustration. The details for these sections would then be rendered through analogous colours; so red, pink and orange for the yellow, and purple and teal for the blue. It might sound a little complex, but it adds details and depth without changing the colour profile and impact too drastically.

04. Play with a limited colour palette

These types of colour palette are highly efficient and are best executed when using only two to four colours. It forces a more critical use of colour that's both graphic and eye-catching. When starting out with limited colour palettes it's a good idea to take inspiration from design around you or one of the useful online generators available. After playing about with this style of colouring for a while it'll become easier to select the colours and will result in clever and sharp illustrations with a delightfully retro visual voice.

05. Deploy cool tones

Cool tone colours are generally blues, greens and purples. Because of the way the eye processes and sees colour, cool tones fall back and create depth. Using cool tones across a whole illustration is a great idea and can be effective in illustrating environment, but it can also be used to highlight temperature. Imagine an illustration of an ice-cold drink on a hot day: a cool-toned glass against a warm toned background would have the most impact simply due to the factors visually associated with the colours.

06. Use the drama of warm tones

The opposite of cool tones, warm colours don't fall back into an image but pop visually. They can create a dramatic illusion of depth when paired with their cooler counterparts. This a great tool to show hierarchy of information or to encourage the viewer to engage with a section of the work first.

However, there's no need to go wild, because just a subtle use of warm tones can create a bold sense of depth in an illustration.

06. Don't let reality define you

The mind doesn't need every detail to process visual information. An illustration can end up looking boring and bland if real-life colours are stuck to too closely. A character's skin tone can be any colour whatsoever: as long as tone and form are consistent, colour choice can be adventurous! For the hesitant, just adding a colour tint over the true-to-life colour can lift an illustration and create a stronger visual.

07. Provoke emotions through colour

Looking back at warm and cool tone colours, they can also be effective in generating emotions in the viewer. Colours are great signifiers of feelings. Sadness is culturally blue, much like how anger is red [in the West, at least]. A whole illustration can hold an emotion or just a single section. One effective way of using colour for emotions would be to pick out a character in a crowd: the expression could be neutral, but they could represent a whole range of feelings based simply on how they've been treated with colour.

08. Know when more is more

Using lots of colours on a piece of work can be amazingly effective. However, to prevent it from becoming confusing to look at, it's a good idea to think of how much to use. If you apply the same amount of each colour there's a chance the illustration will be visually intense and hard to look at. One way to avoid this is to stick to, say, three or so colours and use the rest in smaller amounts to add details and engage the eye. The result is colourful work that isn't difficult to digest.

09. Be mindful of saturation

Having an illustration's colours ramped up to maximum saturation isn't always a sure-fire technique for creating impact. Duskier and softer colours can still have a strong and clear appearance in an illustration if used in the correct way. Keeping extra details and textures to a minimum is the key to using it effectively, as the artwork can become lost or muddied up if mixed with too much visual information. Think limited palettes and a screen print-style colour lay-down, and it'll pop just as much as brighter colours.

10. Use negative space

Negative space in an illustration is just as important as the positive (see these amazing examples of negative space, which prove it). Not every image needs a background; a clever use of a block of colour can ground an illustration while creating striking visuals at the same time. It's not easy to get right because a block colour background may change how the colours in the worked-up areas look to the eye, but just play about with it. Even a colour that's a few degrees warmer or cooler can create the right contrast that takes an illustration from bland to eye-catching.
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Creating interesting textures can sometimes be a difficult and annoying task, especially if you don't know exactly where to start.

Since I've been there, I wanted to help you out by putting together this little tutorial which will show you three different methods that are easy to learn and master.

So, if that sounds interesting, join me as we learn how to create a simple decorative vase and use textures to bring it to life.

1. How to Set Up a New Project File

As always, let's kick off the project by opening Illustrator and setting up a New Document by going to File > New (or Control-N), which we will adjust as follows:

And from the Advanced tab:

2. How to Set Up the Layers

Once we've created our new document, we'll want to layer it so that we can separate our vases (that we'll use as support for the different textures) from the background.

So open up the Layers panel and create a total of two layers, which we will rename as follows:

3. How to Create the Background

With the document all layered, we can now start working on the actual project, and we will do so by creating the background. That being said, make sure you position yourself onto the first layer and let's jump straight into it!

Step1

Using the Rectangle Tool (M), create a 1200 x 600 px rectangle, which we will color using#FF8269 and then align to the center of the underlying Artboard using the Align panel's Horizontal and Vertical Align Center options, making sure that the alignment is made to the Artboard.

Step 2

With the background in place, we can now lock the current layer and move on to the next one, where we will start working on our little vases.

4. How to Create the Vase

Assuming you've already positioned yourself on the second layer, let's start working on the actual decorative vessels that we are going to display our textures on.

Step 1

Start by creating the lower section of the vase's body using a 128 x 128 px circle, which we will color using#FFE7C5 and then center align to the larger Artboard, positioning it 178 px from its bottom edge.

Step 2

Add the main shape for the neck section using a 24 x 88 px rectangle (#FFE7C5) and the base using a 48 x 8 px rounded rectangle (#FFE7C5), which we will position as seen in the reference image.

Step 3

Open up the path of the circle's upper half and the rectangle's bottom one, uniting them into a single larger shape using the Control-J keyboard shortcut, making sure to adjust the transition between the neck section and the lower body as seen in the reference image.

Step 4

Take a couple of moments and quickly decorate the vase using #2A323D for its darker sections and #FFE7C5 for its lighter ones, making sure to mask them where needed (desired shapes selected > right click > Make Clipping Mask). Once you're done, select and group all its composing shapes using the Control-G keyboard shortcut, before moving on to the next step.

Once we've finished working on the vase, we can now add the foreground line using a 160 px wide, 2 px thick Stroke line (#2A323D). After grouping ( Control-G) the two together, add the remaining instances ( Control-C > Control-F twice) which we will position at a distance of 160 px from the original.

So at this point, we've pretty much finished working on our blank canvases (the vases) which means we can now move on to the part that most of you are interested in, and see how we can add textures to them using three different methods.

5. How to Add Textures Using the Grain Effect

The first method, and my personal favorite, is using the Grain Effect, which is actually derived from Photoshop.

Step 1

Position yourself onto the first vase (that would be the left one), and then using the Direct Selection Tool (A) select the shapes for its body and base, which we will copy ( Control-C) and then paste in front ( Control-F) where they will be used as a Clipping Mask.

Step 2

Since we want the two shapes to behave as a single larger one, we'll have to turn them into a Compound Shape by going over to Pathfinder's advanced menu and then clicking on the Make Compound Shape option.

Step 3

Next, we'll want to apply a linear gradient to the Compound Shape, setting the color of the left stop to white (#FFFFFF) and that of the right one to the same value used for our darker sections (#2A323D).

Step 4

Once we've applied the gradient, we can add the grain texture by going to Effect > Photoshop Effects > Texture > Grain, where we will want to set the Grain Type to Stippled and then adjust the Intensity and Contrast levels until we get an interesting result. In my case, I went with a value of 40 for the Intensity and 50 for the Contrast, which gives me a heavy enough texture to work with.

Step 5

Depending on the result, you can adjust the position of the texture by opening up the Gradient panel and then dragging the top slider either to the left to add more details or to the right to remove them. Another thing that you should always remember to do is set the Opacity level of the lighter color stop (in our case the left one) to 0% (or a close enough value like 10%) since otherwise the white will end up ruining the texture.

Step 6

All we need to do now is blend our texture to our vase by opening up the Transparency panel and choosing a Blending Mode that works. For the current example, I went with Overlay, which as you can see produces a nice, subtle transition between the texture and the vase, which is exactly what I want. Depending on the project, you might end up using a different Blending Mode and Opacity level, so I strongly recommend you play around with them until you find one that produces an interesting effect.

6. How to Create Textures Using a Custom Stipple Brush

Once we've finished adding texture to our first vase, move on to the second one, where we will see how we can create a stipple brush and then use it to decorate our second canvas.

Step 1

As we did with the previous method, we'll first want to create a copy of the vase's main body and stand, which we will turn into a Compound Shape that we will later on use as a Clipping Mask.

Step 2

Next, we need to create the custom brush by drawing a couple of different sized circles (#000000) displayed in a circular formation (highlighted with green), positioning the smaller ones towards the outside and the larger ones on the inside.

Quick tip: as you can see, I went and created a new document so that my brush elements don't overlap with the vases, but you can just as well do it on the same project file as long as you are careful.

Step 3

Once you have all the shapes in place, all you need to do is bring up the Brush panel and, with all of them selected, simply click on New Brush, making sure to set the brush type to Scatter Brush. A new window should pop up letting you adjust some of its settings, but for now just leave them as they are since you won't be able to preview any changes. That being said, give it a custom name and hit OK, since we're going to fine tune it in the next step.

Step 4

If you take a closer look at your Brushes panel, you should now see the custom stipple brush that we've just created, which you need to select and then use to draw a horizontal line using the Paintbrush Tool (B). This will help us get a preview of all the changes that we're going to make to its different options.

As soon as you have the line, you can go back to the panel and double click on the brush, which should bring up a new window, where you can adjust its different features and preview them live.

In my case, I've set the Size to Pressure and lowered its level to 28%. I then adjusted the Spacing to 40%, making sure the Scatter is on 0% and the Rotation set to Random with a-120º angle. Last but not least, I've made sure to set the Colorization to Tints since I want to be able to change the color of my brush later on when I need to.

Step 5

Once I've finished adjusting my brush, I can go back to my project file and use it to add texture to the sides of my vase using #000000 for its left side and#FFFFFF for its right one. Depending on what you are trying to achieve, you can adjust the Weight of the Stroke in order to get the desired effect. Since I wanted to get a subtle result, I lowered it to a value of just 0.3 px.

Step 6

Once you're happy with the result, all you have to do is position the underlying Compound Shape in front of the texture ( right click > Arrange > Bring to Front), and then use it as a Clipping Mask (desired shapes selected > right click > Make Clipping Mask) in order to constrain it to the surface of the vase.

7. How to Create Textures Using Pattern Swatches

Our third and last method is one that you probably never even thought of using, which is why I really wanted to point it out since it's super easy to use and gives you really interesting results.

That being said, position yourself onto the last vase, and let's see what I'm talking about!

Step 1

As we did with the previous methods, start out by creating a Compound Shape using a copy ( Control-C > Control-F) of its body and base.

Step 2

With the Compound Shape selected, open up the Swatches panel, and then click on the Swatch Libraries menu and navigate down to Patterns > Basic Graphics > Basic Graphics_Textures. As you can see, there are a bunch of options that we can choose from, but for this project we're going to use the one called Ripple.

Step 3

Next, all we need to do is adjust the visibility of the texture by setting its Blending Mode to Overlay and lowering its Opacity to 60%, which should give us an interesting final result.

It's a Wrap!

There you have it, fellow texture addicts: a nice, easy tutorial on how to create textures for your different projects using three different methods.

As always, if you have any questions, feel free to post them within the comments section and I'll get back to you as soon as I can!

Need More Textures?

Since the process of creating a collection of custom textures can end up taking a lot of time, I thought that I could help you out by sharing some of my favorite ones which you can get over at Envato Elements.

Vintage Halftone Textures

This Halftone Texture pack includes 10 high-quality vector EPS and PNG files derived from high-resolution photos. These textures capture the feel of old-school prints and hearken back to the day when you could easily spot the halftone textures in prints. They can provide an authentic and classic feel to almost any project. Click on the larger view of each of the product images to better see the detail.

Example of Vintage Halftone Textures applied on vases.

Vintage Grit Textures

This authentic collection features an old-time vintage feel with a variety of textures ranging from very subtle grit to heavier grit so you can find the right texture for the job. Easily drop these finely detailed textures onto your design and add multiple textures onto one design for an even heavier distressed look.

Vintage Grit Textures by Envato Elements

Example of Vintage Grit Textures applied on vases.

Wave Painted Textures

Presenting a unique collection of hand-painted wave textures with a high-impact look. This collection is perfect for projects where you need an abstract background with some dramatic flair.

Wave Painted Textures by Envato Elements

Example of Wave PaintedTextures applied on vases.

Rippled Water Textures

High-resolution textures for all your designing purposes. This pack includes eight Rippled Water textures for photographers, graphic designers, and DIY creatives to help you create cards, backgrounds, banners, or other projects.

Rippled Water Textures by Envato Elements

Example of Rippled Water Textures applied on vases.

Vintage Fabric Textures

Here's a set of high-quality full-page fabric textures for some good old vintage flavor. The set covers a range of fabrics from denim varieties to standard t-shirt fabric. Any of these textures can be used in either Photoshop or Illustrator (or any program that uses either Vector EPS or Transparent PNG s).

Vintage Fabric Textures by Envato Elements

Example of Vintage Fabric Textures applied on vases.

Now, even though the above textures were created using different methods than those presented in this article, you'll be applying them in the same way, by first positioning them on the desired shape, and then masking them, making sure to play around with colors, Blending Modes, and Opacity levels.

Conclusion

So, as you saw, the process of creating and using custom vector textures isn't all that hard, especially when you have a basic understanding of the tools and methods involved.

Even though today we explored just three of the different available methods, you'll be amazed at how much you can achieve using these simple techniques.

That being said, you can always expand your texturing skills by checking out these amazing tutorials that are really fun and easy to follow.

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